Friends of Maatsuyker Island Annual Dinner and AGM
Friends of Maatsuyker Island Dinner and Annual General Meeting
Friends of Maatsuyker Island (FOMI) was formed in 2003 by a small group of volunteer caretakers, lighthouse island enthusiasts, and Tasmania Parks and Wildlife staff who shared a common bond – a love for Maatsuyker Island and a desire to see it cared for future generations. Today FOMI has strong membership and an active Committee. Our mission is to ensure the conservation, protection and recognition of Maatsuyker Island’s historic, natural and Aboriginal values.
Maatsuyker Island is a remote and rugged island 10 km off Tasmania’s south coast. It is the second largest island in the Maatsuyker Group of Islands, which is also part of the South-West National Park – Tasmanian Wilderness World Heritage Area. The island has a diverse flora and fauna, similar to other parts of coastal Tasmania, but it is unique, and arguably best known for, being the home of Australia’s most southerly lighthouse.
Friends of Maatsuyker Island (FOMI) is committed to the conservation and protection of the natural, historic and cultural heritage of Maatsuyker Island. Our group works collaboratively with the Tasmania Parks and Wildlife Service (PWS), and other stakeholders, to undertake volunteer activities on- and off-island to achieve our goal.
Examples of FOMI’s volunteer activities include:
FOMI host exhibitions to showcase our activities. Exhibitions have been held at the Maritime Museum of Tasmania, Rosny Farm Arts Centre and 10 Days on the Island. You will see us regularly at local Tasmanian events such as the Wooden Boat Festival and Bellerive Seafarer’s Festival. FOMI welcomes public speaking opportunities and has spoken at the Royal Society of Tasmania, University for the Third Age (U3A) and on local radio.
If your community, school or special interest group would like to learn more about what FOMI does you are invited to contact us. Our contact details are below.
Special Projects
Some of FOMI’s special projects in recent years include:
President: Marina Campbell
Vice-President: Sheryl Hamilton
Secretary: Amy Saunders
Treasurer: Stephen Anstee
Email: wildcaremaatsuyker@gmail.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FriendsOfMaatsuykerIsland/
Friends of Maatsuyker Island Dinner and Annual General Meeting